Principal Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Remote

Overview

FloSports has led the way in establishing a world-class digital streaming experience for millions of fans, families, and athletes of underserved sports. Imagine creating a digital platform that unites the casual fan with the most dedicated spectator, both experiencing thrilling live events from around the world with interactive features, real time analytics, powerful broadcast technology, and more. Combine that with our unique original sports content ranging from breaking news and expert commentary to feature films, documentaries, and multi-episodic series. That’s what FloSports is all about. We have successfully revolutionized the global sports media industry- the result of creating a diverse team of technologists and die-hard wrestlers, creators and devoted cheerleading experts, designers and hockey enthusiasts, communicators and motorsport fanatics, producers and casual sports fans… united by a shared passion to delight the underrepresented communities we serve. We are creating the essential destination for our sports and we’re looking for people like you to help us!

In Short

• If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, influencing software quality at scale, and shaping the future of test engineering through technical leadership in automation and test strategies, this role is for you.
• As a Principal SDET, you will be responsible for architecting, developing, and scaling test automation frameworks, ensuring seamless integration into CI/CD pipelines, and driving best practices in software quality engineering.
• Mentor and upskill manual QA engineers, enabling a smooth transition toward automation while maintaining strong manual testing strategies where necessary.
• Define and drive test automation strategies, ensuring alignment with engineering and business goals.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance test automation frameworks and tools for web, mobile, API, and connected TV applications.
• Lead performance and load testing efforts using K6, analyzing system bottlenecks and optimizing application performance.
• Leverage AWS and cloud-based solutions to build scalable test environments.
• Standardize test reporting and observability, integrating dashboards to monitor automation health.
• Influence software design and development best practices.
• Advocate for a balanced test strategy, where manual exploratory testing complements automation efforts.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as an SDET, automation architect, or software engineer focused on test automation.
• Strong understanding of manual testing methodologies.
• Expertise in Cypress for UI automation, SuperTest for API testing, and K6 for performance/load testing.
• Strong programming skills in Typescript, Javascript or other modern languages.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools and test automation in cloud environments.
• Experience designing scalable, maintainable test automation frameworks.
• Proven experience mentoring and coaching QA engineers.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on system performance.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Recognized three years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman.
• Flexibility at work - you can take control of your profession and personal schedule.
• All-hands events hosted annually in beautiful Austin, Texas.
• Annual equity awards for all top performers.
• Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans.
• Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance.
• Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately.
• Progressive parental leave policies.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events.